WIA Global
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WIA empowers & supports true gender equity in the art, science & business of animation, VFX and gaming.
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A decade of dialogue. A decade of advocacy. ✨
We are thrilled to return to Annecy for our 10th World Summit, and we owe it all to YOU, our incredible global community. Thank you for 10 years of support and advocacy. We can't wait to see you in France next June! 🇫🇷
We are thrilled to return to Annecy for our 10th World Summit, and we owe it all to YOU, our incredible global community. Thank you for 10 years of support and advocacy. We can't wait to see you in France next June! 🇫🇷
February 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM
A decade of dialogue. A decade of advocacy. ✨
We are thrilled to return to Annecy for our 10th World Summit, and we owe it all to YOU, our incredible global community. Thank you for 10 years of support and advocacy. We can't wait to see you in France next June! 🇫🇷
We are thrilled to return to Annecy for our 10th World Summit, and we owe it all to YOU, our incredible global community. Thank you for 10 years of support and advocacy. We can't wait to see you in France next June! 🇫🇷
📣 ATTENTION 📣
These Mentorship Circles are still OPEN!
Find a Circle that meets your experience level and sign up by Feb. 16th!
Don't miss your chance! Click the link in our bio for more information!
These Mentorship Circles are still OPEN!
Find a Circle that meets your experience level and sign up by Feb. 16th!
Don't miss your chance! Click the link in our bio for more information!
February 11, 2026 at 8:30 PM
📣 ATTENTION 📣
These Mentorship Circles are still OPEN!
Find a Circle that meets your experience level and sign up by Feb. 16th!
Don't miss your chance! Click the link in our bio for more information!
These Mentorship Circles are still OPEN!
Find a Circle that meets your experience level and sign up by Feb. 16th!
Don't miss your chance! Click the link in our bio for more information!
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BAFTA-nominated 'Two Black Boys in Paradise' isn’t just an awards story. It’s a five-year journey that turned a deeply personal poem about Black queer love into stunning, handcrafted stop-motion.
www.cartoonbrew.com/shorts/two-b...
www.cartoonbrew.com/shorts/two-b...
'Two Black Boys in Paradise': From Poem To Stop-Motion Short
A deeply personal poem on self-acceptance becomes a five-year effort to craft a stop-motion short centered on Black queer love.
www.cartoonbrew.com
February 11, 2026 at 7:18 PM
BAFTA-nominated 'Two Black Boys in Paradise' isn’t just an awards story. It’s a five-year journey that turned a deeply personal poem about Black queer love into stunning, handcrafted stop-motion.
www.cartoonbrew.com/shorts/two-b...
www.cartoonbrew.com/shorts/two-b...
💰️🎨 The Indian government presented their ninth consecutive Union Budget and outlined new steps for India’s animation and gaming sectors. The government will back the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies to set up Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, and Comics (AVCG) content labs...
February 5, 2026 at 5:02 PM
💰️🎨 The Indian government presented their ninth consecutive Union Budget and outlined new steps for India’s animation and gaming sectors. The government will back the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies to set up Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, and Comics (AVCG) content labs...
If you are trying to sign up for an event, check on the status of your membership, or access our website, you may experience some delays or encounter a waiting room due to the increased number of people applying for the mentorship program.
We thank you for your patience.
We thank you for your patience.
February 4, 2026 at 4:45 PM
If you are trying to sign up for an event, check on the status of your membership, or access our website, you may experience some delays or encounter a waiting room due to the increased number of people applying for the mentorship program.
We thank you for your patience.
We thank you for your patience.
Ready to connect with fellow studio owners? ✨
Then join our newest community: WIA Connects for Independent Studio Owners.
This is your space to meet, network, and discuss the unique opportunities and challenges you face as a creative entrepreneur.
👉 Click the EVENTS link in our bio.
Then join our newest community: WIA Connects for Independent Studio Owners.
This is your space to meet, network, and discuss the unique opportunities and challenges you face as a creative entrepreneur.
👉 Click the EVENTS link in our bio.
February 4, 2026 at 3:53 PM
Ready to connect with fellow studio owners? ✨
Then join our newest community: WIA Connects for Independent Studio Owners.
This is your space to meet, network, and discuss the unique opportunities and challenges you face as a creative entrepreneur.
👉 Click the EVENTS link in our bio.
Then join our newest community: WIA Connects for Independent Studio Owners.
This is your space to meet, network, and discuss the unique opportunities and challenges you face as a creative entrepreneur.
👉 Click the EVENTS link in our bio.
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WIA has named Hayley Porter its first executive director. A 25-year industry veteran, Porter brings global leadership experience and a track record spanning top studios and Oscar-winning work.
www.cartoonbrew.com/executives/w...
www.cartoonbrew.com/executives/w...
WIA Names Hayley Porter As Its First Executive Director
A 25-year industry veteran, Porter has led global campaigns, advised top studios, and worked on the Oscar-winning short 'War is Over!'
www.cartoonbrew.com
February 4, 2026 at 3:17 PM
WIA has named Hayley Porter its first executive director. A 25-year industry veteran, Porter brings global leadership experience and a track record spanning top studios and Oscar-winning work.
www.cartoonbrew.com/executives/w...
www.cartoonbrew.com/executives/w...
Happy to welcome Hayley to the team!
#WIA Names #HayleyPorter as Organization’s First Executive Director: Industry veteran with more than 25 years of experience will focus on international programs and initiatives while strengthening partnerships. https://bit.ly/4kf6GrC #WeAreWIA #Animation #AnimationWorld
February 3, 2026 at 6:22 PM
Happy to welcome Hayley to the team!
Applications for Round 1 of our 2026 Mentorship Program are NOW OPEN!
Don't miss your chance! Check out the Circles and apply by clicking the link in our bio.
Don't miss your chance! Check out the Circles and apply by clicking the link in our bio.
January 28, 2026 at 4:45 PM
Applications for Round 1 of our 2026 Mentorship Program are NOW OPEN!
Don't miss your chance! Check out the Circles and apply by clicking the link in our bio.
Don't miss your chance! Check out the Circles and apply by clicking the link in our bio.
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!
Click the link in our bio to apply or to register for the event!
Click the link in our bio to apply or to register for the event!
January 20, 2026 at 6:37 PM
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!
Click the link in our bio to apply or to register for the event!
Click the link in our bio to apply or to register for the event!
Applications for the 1ST WIA Portfolio Review session ARE OPEN!
Industry vet Matt Roberts, Sr Artistic Recruiter at Walt Disney Animation Studios, will lead this session. His key areas of expertise & focus for this review will be Character Animation, Story and VisDev.
Click the link in our bio!
Industry vet Matt Roberts, Sr Artistic Recruiter at Walt Disney Animation Studios, will lead this session. His key areas of expertise & focus for this review will be Character Animation, Story and VisDev.
Click the link in our bio!
January 20, 2026 at 6:36 PM
Applications for the 1ST WIA Portfolio Review session ARE OPEN!
Industry vet Matt Roberts, Sr Artistic Recruiter at Walt Disney Animation Studios, will lead this session. His key areas of expertise & focus for this review will be Character Animation, Story and VisDev.
Click the link in our bio!
Industry vet Matt Roberts, Sr Artistic Recruiter at Walt Disney Animation Studios, will lead this session. His key areas of expertise & focus for this review will be Character Animation, Story and VisDev.
Click the link in our bio!
There is a lot that goes into creating a film or television show including invisible VFX.
Did you know that unseen work goes on behind the scenes of some of your favorite flicks and shows? To read more, click the link in our bio.
Did you know that unseen work goes on behind the scenes of some of your favorite flicks and shows? To read more, click the link in our bio.
January 13, 2026 at 11:00 PM
There is a lot that goes into creating a film or television show including invisible VFX.
Did you know that unseen work goes on behind the scenes of some of your favorite flicks and shows? To read more, click the link in our bio.
Did you know that unseen work goes on behind the scenes of some of your favorite flicks and shows? To read more, click the link in our bio.
🔊 Applications for our first WIA Portfolio Reviews session will open on Jan. 20!
How to Register or Apply
📝 Applications and registration for the session will Jan. 20, 2026
✉️ Visit our link in bio
How to Register or Apply
📝 Applications and registration for the session will Jan. 20, 2026
✉️ Visit our link in bio
January 13, 2026 at 5:12 PM
🔊 Applications for our first WIA Portfolio Reviews session will open on Jan. 20!
How to Register or Apply
📝 Applications and registration for the session will Jan. 20, 2026
✉️ Visit our link in bio
How to Register or Apply
📝 Applications and registration for the session will Jan. 20, 2026
✉️ Visit our link in bio
🎉 We would like to congratulate our very own WIA Board Member, Sachi Ezura on her new role as a Talent Manager at Underscore Talent! She has worked on shows such as Clone High, Ren & Stimpy, Tooning Out the News, Digman! and Everybody Still Hates Chris, and now joins Underscore’s new Comedy unit.
January 12, 2026 at 10:01 PM
🎉 We would like to congratulate our very own WIA Board Member, Sachi Ezura on her new role as a Talent Manager at Underscore Talent! She has worked on shows such as Clone High, Ren & Stimpy, Tooning Out the News, Digman! and Everybody Still Hates Chris, and now joins Underscore’s new Comedy unit.
It's #MembershipMonday!
Have you seen all the events WIA has to offer its members? Check them out in our calendar section and then sign up by clicking the link in our bio!
Have you seen all the events WIA has to offer its members? Check them out in our calendar section and then sign up by clicking the link in our bio!
January 12, 2026 at 5:15 PM
It's #MembershipMonday!
Have you seen all the events WIA has to offer its members? Check them out in our calendar section and then sign up by clicking the link in our bio!
Have you seen all the events WIA has to offer its members? Check them out in our calendar section and then sign up by clicking the link in our bio!
Show your WIA pride! Our online shop is now open, featuring WIA-branded merch & digital gift cards! When you shop with us, you're not just getting a great item for yourself or a friend, you're directly fueling our mission of gender equity in animation, VFX, and gaming.
Links in bio!
#WIA #WeAreWIA
Links in bio!
#WIA #WeAreWIA
January 8, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Join us and Warner Bros. Pictures Animation for an inspiring WIA panel featuring 3 directors as they share their journeys.
This is a hybrid 𝕚𝕟-𝕡𝕖𝕣𝕤𝕠𝕟 & 𝕧𝕚𝕣𝕥𝕦𝕒𝕝 event! Make sure you sign up for the right one.
🗓️ Th Jan 22
⏰ 6:30 p.m. PT
VIRTUAL: Maker-Level+
IN-PERSON: Creator-Level+
Link in bio!
This is a hybrid 𝕚𝕟-𝕡𝕖𝕣𝕤𝕠𝕟 & 𝕧𝕚𝕣𝕥𝕦𝕒𝕝 event! Make sure you sign up for the right one.
🗓️ Th Jan 22
⏰ 6:30 p.m. PT
VIRTUAL: Maker-Level+
IN-PERSON: Creator-Level+
Link in bio!
January 7, 2026 at 5:35 PM
Join us and Warner Bros. Pictures Animation for an inspiring WIA panel featuring 3 directors as they share their journeys.
This is a hybrid 𝕚𝕟-𝕡𝕖𝕣𝕤𝕠𝕟 & 𝕧𝕚𝕣𝕥𝕦𝕒𝕝 event! Make sure you sign up for the right one.
🗓️ Th Jan 22
⏰ 6:30 p.m. PT
VIRTUAL: Maker-Level+
IN-PERSON: Creator-Level+
Link in bio!
This is a hybrid 𝕚𝕟-𝕡𝕖𝕣𝕤𝕠𝕟 & 𝕧𝕚𝕣𝕥𝕦𝕒𝕝 event! Make sure you sign up for the right one.
🗓️ Th Jan 22
⏰ 6:30 p.m. PT
VIRTUAL: Maker-Level+
IN-PERSON: Creator-Level+
Link in bio!
🎬 Animation is breaking barriers & reshaping representation for queer women! The Appalachian highlights how “Arcane” & “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” are leading the way. Read more by clicking the link in our bio.
💬 How's animation impacted your sense of representation? Let us know below! 👇
💬 How's animation impacted your sense of representation? Let us know below! 👇
January 5, 2026 at 7:45 PM
🎬 Animation is breaking barriers & reshaping representation for queer women! The Appalachian highlights how “Arcane” & “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” are leading the way. Read more by clicking the link in our bio.
💬 How's animation impacted your sense of representation? Let us know below! 👇
💬 How's animation impacted your sense of representation? Let us know below! 👇
Happy New Year from all of us!
Looking forward to a fruitful and meaningful 2026! Can't wait to see what we build together!
Looking forward to a fruitful and meaningful 2026! Can't wait to see what we build together!
January 1, 2026 at 4:50 PM
Happy New Year from all of us!
Looking forward to a fruitful and meaningful 2026! Can't wait to see what we build together!
Looking forward to a fruitful and meaningful 2026! Can't wait to see what we build together!
We want to congratulate our very own WIA Vice President and award-winning producer, Jinko Gotoh, for being featured in @producersguild's prestigious Produced By issue for Dec/Jan! To read more about her story, check out our link in bio.
December 19, 2025 at 5:03 PM
We want to congratulate our very own WIA Vice President and award-winning producer, Jinko Gotoh, for being featured in @producersguild's prestigious Produced By issue for Dec/Jan! To read more about her story, check out our link in bio.
Happy Holidays!
The WIA offices will be closed for the holidays starting Dec. 24. We will be back to serve you Jan. 5, 2026.
We wish everyone a lovely holiday season and a hopeful new year!
#WIA #WeAreWIA #HappyHolidays
The WIA offices will be closed for the holidays starting Dec. 24. We will be back to serve you Jan. 5, 2026.
We wish everyone a lovely holiday season and a hopeful new year!
#WIA #WeAreWIA #HappyHolidays
December 17, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Happy Holidays!
The WIA offices will be closed for the holidays starting Dec. 24. We will be back to serve you Jan. 5, 2026.
We wish everyone a lovely holiday season and a hopeful new year!
#WIA #WeAreWIA #HappyHolidays
The WIA offices will be closed for the holidays starting Dec. 24. We will be back to serve you Jan. 5, 2026.
We wish everyone a lovely holiday season and a hopeful new year!
#WIA #WeAreWIA #HappyHolidays
🎤 The present power and future potential of the KPop Demon Hunters franchise is the reason that the women of KPop Demon Hunters — from the voice talent such as Arden Cho, May Hung, and Ji-Young Woo , to the director Maggie Kang, and producer Michelle Wong —
December 16, 2025 at 5:03 PM
🎤 The present power and future potential of the KPop Demon Hunters franchise is the reason that the women of KPop Demon Hunters — from the voice talent such as Arden Cho, May Hung, and Ji-Young Woo , to the director Maggie Kang, and producer Michelle Wong —
🎮📉 Women earned roughly 24 percent less money than men in the U.S. gaming industry this year, a holistic overview presents a problem. People of colour earn 27 percent less than those who identify strictly as white.
December 10, 2025 at 6:02 PM
🎮📉 Women earned roughly 24 percent less money than men in the U.S. gaming industry this year, a holistic overview presents a problem. People of colour earn 27 percent less than those who identify strictly as white.
You really came through this Giving Tuesday! We're nearly a third to our goal and we still have 28 days to give!
Our community thrives because of you. But true belonging should have no barriers. For the price of a coffee, just $5, you can give the gift of access.
Click the link in our bio to give!
Our community thrives because of you. But true belonging should have no barriers. For the price of a coffee, just $5, you can give the gift of access.
Click the link in our bio to give!
December 3, 2025 at 5:44 PM
You really came through this Giving Tuesday! We're nearly a third to our goal and we still have 28 days to give!
Our community thrives because of you. But true belonging should have no barriers. For the price of a coffee, just $5, you can give the gift of access.
Click the link in our bio to give!
Our community thrives because of you. But true belonging should have no barriers. For the price of a coffee, just $5, you can give the gift of access.
Click the link in our bio to give!
🔊TOMORROW! Meet the creators behind the Irish animated short, Éiru. Éiru is an Irish animated short created by a predominantly female and non-binary team, bringing fresh perspectives to its story of courage and connection.
🗓️ Wed., Dec. 3*
🕚 11 a.m. PT/ 7 p.m. GMT
💻 VIRTUAL
🗓️ Wed., Dec. 3*
🕚 11 a.m. PT/ 7 p.m. GMT
💻 VIRTUAL
December 2, 2025 at 11:00 PM
🔊TOMORROW! Meet the creators behind the Irish animated short, Éiru. Éiru is an Irish animated short created by a predominantly female and non-binary team, bringing fresh perspectives to its story of courage and connection.
🗓️ Wed., Dec. 3*
🕚 11 a.m. PT/ 7 p.m. GMT
💻 VIRTUAL
🗓️ Wed., Dec. 3*
🕚 11 a.m. PT/ 7 p.m. GMT
💻 VIRTUAL